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Delay in power projects will not be tolerated: BSPHCL CMD
City air quality improves, but Samanpura remains concern
Honey couple of tribal-dominated West Champaran area make decent earning through beekeeping
In the heart of West Champaran, Suman Devi has turned her passion for beekeeping into a thriving business, earning lakhs each year from her exquisite honey. Her innovative approach and tireless dedication have sparked a movement, empowering 60 local women to forge their own paths to financial freedom through beekeeping.
Mock exercise conducted at Patna airport
Shivanand criticises Tejashwi for disappearing after poll defeat
Senior RJD stalwart Shivanand Tiwari has openly condemned Tejashwi Prasad Yadav for his lack of presence following the party's electoral setback. Tiwari has called on the Leader of Opposition to step back into the fray, engage directly with party members, and embark on a statewide journey to rejuvenate their spirits.
AI-based CCTV cameras to be installed across state: Dy CM
Bihar is gearing up for a security revolution, with the implementation of cutting-edge AI-driven CCTV cameras across the state. This advancement comes hand in hand with a decisive action against predatory 'gunda banks' that have been fleecing residents with outrageous interest rates.
Campaign drives youth leadership, entrepreneurship, women empowerment and health outreach
The 'Let's Inspire Bihar' campaign is on a transformative journey, setting up free educational hubs in 15 districts while empowering over 600 startups. Spearheaded by IPS officer Vikas Vaibhav, this initiative focuses on nurturing education, entrepreneurship, and community growth throughout Bihar. Exciting national programs and local initiatives are on the horizon to amplify its influence and success.
Congress struggles to select leader in assembly
Lawyers empanelled as SPP for I-T cases
Man found murdered near railway track in Saran
Katihar man held in Rs5 crore extortion threat case
EOU forms STF to crack down on sand, land mafias
CS: Prepare list of experts for Bihars new-age economy push
In a bold move toward modernization, Bihar's Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit has called upon a high-level committee to pinpoint pioneering individuals by December 25th. These leaders will play a crucial role in transforming the state into a cutting-edge economic powerhouse, tapping into Bihar's abundant talent and the recent surge in investor enthusiasm.
ED attaches assets worth Rs 1 crore of former DIG
In a significant development, the Enforcement Directorate has provisionally seized assets totaling Rs 1.52 crore linked to former Bihar DIG Shivendra Priyadarshi. Findings from the investigation indicate that he accrued considerable wealth through corrupt means during his tenure.
Ex-JD(U) functionary shot dead over land dispute in Begusarai
Bhojpur man injured in celebratory firing
In a tragic twist during a birthday celebration in Bhojpur district, the festivities turned to chaos when 30-year-old Vikash Kumar Yadav was critically injured due to celebratory gunfire. After being rushed to a private hospital with a serious chest wound, he has undergone a surgical procedure.
Normalisation of IndiGo flights expected after Dec 15: Official
IndiGo's flight cancellations at Patna airport are nearing resolution. Authorities have reported that normal operations will resume after December 15, following a nationwide technical glitch that caused the delays. Although the majority of flights are back on track, a few may still experience disruptions until final inspections are completed.
Buxar MLA inspects hospital, crematorium
In response to community concerns over inadequate healthcare services, Buxar MLA Anand Mishra took a proactive approach by visiting the sadar hospital and mukti dham. After thorough discussions with the medical staff and assessing the facilities, he announced a deadline of December 18 to address critical shortcomings.
Maharashtra nears Maoist elimination as 11 top cadres surrender in Gadchiroli
MUMBAI: Maharashtra moves closer to eliminating the Maoist threat by March 2026 as 11 senior Maoist cadres, including four commanders with a combined bounty of Rs 82 lakh, surrendered before state police chief Rashmi Shukla in Gadchiroli. Among the surrendered leaders were divisional committee members Ramesh alias Baju Lekami and Bhima alias Kiran Hidma Kowasi. Lekami, associated with the movement since 2004, served as president of the Edasgondi Gaon Panchayat Janatana Sarkar before becoming a divisional committee member in Bhamragad. Kowasi joined the Maoist ranks in 1998 and became a divisional committee member in 2019. Gadchiroli police said the surrenders deliver a major blow to Maoists in the Dandakaranya region, spanning Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Telangana, marking one of the biggest successes since the surrender of Maoist Politburo member Bhupathi alias Mallojula Venugopal Rao in October, along with 60 others. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had handed over a copy of the Indian Constitution instead of weapons during that program. Police Chief Shukla described the fresh surrender as the beginning of the end of Maoism in Gadchiroli and reaffirmed the commitment to the Union governments March 31, 2026, deadline to eliminate the Left-wing insurgency. She said 112 Maoists have surrendered in Gadchiroli this year alone. The surrender ceremony at Eklavya Hall also saw officers and personnel of the elite C-60 anti-Naxal unit felicitated for operations in the remote Laheri forest, which led to 61 Maoists surrendering and the recovery of 54 firearms. Other surrendered Maoists included Poriye alias Lucky Adama Gota, Ratan alias Sanna Masu Oyam, Kamala alias Rago Iriya Veladi, Poriye alias Kumari Bhima Veladi, Ramaji alias Mura Lacchu Pungati, Sonu Podiyam alias Ajay Sanu Kato, Prakash alias Pandu Kundra Pungati, Sita alias Jaini Tonde Pallo, and Sainath Shankar Made. The surrenders follow intensified anti-Maoist operations across India, with security forces killing over 270 Maoists in the past year in Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Bihar, Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. So far, more than 1,225 Maoists have surrendered, and 680, including top leaders, have been arrested. The killing of Maoist chief Nambala Kesava Rao, alias Basavaraju, on May 20, marked a major milestone in the fight against the insurgency. According to the Union government, the number of Left-Wing insurgency-affected districts has fallen from 18 in April to 11, signalling significant progress in curbing the movement.
The Bihar Technical Service Commission will release the Staff Nurse recruitment results tomorrow. Candidates can check their scores for 11,389 vacancies on the official website. The Computer-Based Test was conducted in July and August 2025. The results will indicate if candidates have passed. This is a significant opportunity for nursing aspirants in Bihar.
Speaking during the discussion on electoral reforms in Lok Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the BJP-led Centre had not agreed to the Opposition's demands for a debate on the SIR due to technical reasons. For two days, we told the Opposition that this should be discussed later, after two Sessions. But they didn't relent. We agreed...Why did we say 'No'? There were two reasons for the 'No'. One, they wanted a discussion on SIR. I am very clear that there cannot be a discussion on SIR in this House. SIR is the responsibility of the Election Commission. India's EC and CEC do not work under the Government. If discussion is held and questions are raised, who will answer it? the minister said. When they said that they are ready to discuss electoral reforms, we agreed immediately... he added. He also refuted allegations of vote chori raised by Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. In his press conference, the LoP levelled allegations that the voter list is not corrected and needs to be rectified. So, what is SIR? It is the procedure to sanitise the voter list...Double standards won't work in a democracy. When you win, EC is great. When you lose, EC is useless and works at BJP's behest... Amit Shah said. Intervening during the speech, Rahul Gandhi said, It's a good idea. Let's have a debate on my press conferences...Amit Shah ji, I challenge you to have a debate on my press conferences. Targeting the Congress, Amit Shah cited three instances of alleged vote chori by Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi. Post Independence, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was backed by 28 persons while Jawaharlal Nehru by two persons and yet Nehru became the prime minister, this was vote chori, he said. The minister said that the second vote chori was by Indira Gandhi, when she granted herself immunity after court set aside her election. He said the dispute of third vote chori has just reached civil courts on how Sonia Gandhi became a voter before becoming citizen of India. Congress MP KC Venugopal slammed the remark noting that Shah has commented on a matter pending in the court. The court dismissed the plea saying there was no substance in it, Venugopal said. He asserted that Sonia Gandhi had not voted before becoming a citizen and challenged Amit Shah to prove it wrong. Further training his guns on the Congress, Shah alleged that the reason for its poll losses was its leadership. If someone asks a question in a presser he is dubbed as a BJP agent, if they lose a case, they accuse the judge, if they lose an election, they blame EVMs. Now when EVM blame does not hold, they brought up vote chori...still they lost Bhar. Now the reason for your defeat is your leadership and not EVM or voters' list, the home minister said. They think no one holds them accountable, 'bhagwan kare, I am proved wrong and one day Congress workers seek their accountability, he said. Shah also accused the Opposition of spreading falsehoods on SIR and launched a strong defence of the exercise, asking whether democracy can be safe when the prime minister and the chief ministers are decided by infiltrators. He alleged the Opposition gets angry when we talk of history, but how can any country or society move forward without history. The first SIR was conducted in 1952, when Jawaharlal Nehru was the prime minister and the Congress was in power. Then it happened in 1957 when Nehru was there, the third happened in 1961 and Nehru was there. Then it happened during Lal Bahadur Shastri's time, then again during Indira Gandhi's time, Rajiv Gandhi's time, Narasimha Rao's time, and then in 2002 during Atal Bihari Vajpayee's time which continued till Manmohan Singh's time, he said. No party had opposed this process because it is a process of keeping elections clean and keeping democracy healthy, Shah said. He said the objective of the SIR of electoral rolls is to remove those who have died, add the names of those who have turned 18 and delete foreign nationals one by one. I want to say to the House and people -- Can a country's democracy be safe when the prime minister and the chief minister are decided by 'ghuspathiye', Shah said. The BJP leader said the Opposition thinks that it is tarnishing the image of the government but in reality they are tarnishing the image of India's democracy. They kept on doing vote chori, vote chori, and took out 'ghuspathiye bachao yatra' and we won by 2/3rd majority in Bihar, he alleged. The new tradition is that if they lose, they defame the EC and electoral rolls which is not good for the country's democracy. If electoral rolls were corrupted, why did you contest elections, Shah asked the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. He said the BJP has lost more elections than it has won, but it never questioned the Election Commission. EVMs stopped election chori and that is why they are worried. Their method of election was not mandate but corrupt practices, and they have been fully exposed, he said. Opposition worried as people of country do not vote for them and SIR will delete names of illegal immigrants who back them, he said. When the opposition MPs walked out later, Shah said no matter how many times the Opposition boycotts, the NDA will continue with its policy of detect, delete and deport 'ghuspathiye'. The Opposition wants to normalise and formalise the 'ghuspathiye' and add them in the electoral rolls, he said. (With inputs from PTI)
Bihar government cracks down on land mafia as Dy CM warns officials of strict action
PATNA: The newly formed Bihar government has started tightening its noose around land mafias operating in the state. Deputy Chief Minister and state land revenue and reforms minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on Wednesday warned department officers and employees of stern action if they were found colluding with land mafias. Addressing a press conference at his official chamber, Sinha said reports had emerged about some departmental officers and employees having a nexus with land mafias. Nobody will be spared, whosoever they may be, he told the media. Strict action will be taken against any official found involved in such activities, he said, adding that their offices would not function for personal gain. Some within the department were colluding with land mafia, and action was certain against such white-collar individuals. He said meetings would be held at fixed times in every panchayat, with close monitoring of employee attendance. So far, 46 lakh people had applied regarding land-related matters, of which approximately 12 lakh cases had been resolved and uploaded to the portal. The minister stated that land disputes were the biggest problem in Bihar, and the government was working on a war footing to resolve them. Mutation and rectification of land records would be the department's top priority. Weekly reviews would be conducted in all districts, and timely completion of work made mandatory. Any officer rejecting an application must provide a valid reason, which would also be verified. He said strict action would be taken against those committing fraud using fake documents. A special flying squad has been formed to monitor such fraudulent activities. Warning to officials: The office will not be in your pocket Sinha stated firmly that no officers office would run as if its in their pocket. Regular meetings would be held in every panchayat, and employee attendance strictly monitored. Land Reforms Dialogue to begin on December 12 The government will launch a new programme called Land Reforms Dialogue on December 12 in Patna, with another session in Lakhisarai on December 15. The programme will run from 10 am to 12 pm, offering on-the-spot solutions to land-related grievances brought by citizens. He said stern action would be taken against anyone encroaching on government land. The word bulldozer inspires confidence among people. We need to instill fear of this word in their hearts, he said, adding that even stricter action than bulldozers would be used if wrongdoing was detected. After March, a special campaign will be launched across Bihar to free government land from encroachment, he added. Last week, the state government proposed the creation of 100 fast-track courts to dispose of pending land-related cases.
Bihar Man Rescues Orphan Girl Begging In Train, Marries Her: Perfect For Akshay Kumars Next
Golu Yadav reportedly met a young orphan girl while travelling by train.
1k passengers penalised for illegal alarm chain pulling
In a bid to enhance punctuality, East Central Railway executed a focused initiative in November where over 1,000 passengers faced penalties for pulling the alarm chain unnecessarily. Furthermore, 2,267 individuals were caught unlawfully seated in women's coaches, underscoring the railway's dedication to safeguarding the travel experience for female passengers. This comprehensive operation spanned all divisions, targeting unauthorized travel with precision.
Jaya Bachchan demands dedicated emergency lanes for ambulances
NEW DELHI: Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan on Wednesday demanded dedicated emergency lanes on roads for ambulance movement, saying that in India, groceries reach doorsteps in under 15 minutes, pizzas in 30 minutes, but patients bleed to death due to the delay in reaching the hospital. Raising the issue during the Zero Hour in Rajya Sabha, Bachchan demanded that the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health should also look into the issue of patient death due to the delay in reaching the hospital. In a country where groceries reach doorsteps in under 15 minutes, pizzas in 30 minutes via quick commerce platforms, patients bleed to death because ambulances get trapped in traffic, lacking dedicated emergency lanes, despite the Supreme Court's 2018 directive. No national data tracks these tragedies, Bachchan said. 60 per cent of ambulances arrive late, with urban delays averaging 15 to 30 minutes due to an absence of green corridors and police escorts, missing the golden hour for 55 per cent of accident victims. No dedicated lanes on highways, despite the National Ambulance Code 2016. These critical failures need to be taken notice of and dealt with immediately, she stated. She suggested an immediate nationwide mandate for dedicated emergency lanes, with AI traffic signals, prioritizing ambulances, 30-second green corridors, enforcing the Supreme Court's 2018 ambulance corridor directive via Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, penalties on violators, and a high-level probe into ambulance delay deaths. BJP MP Rekha Sharma demanded a gender-sensitive mental health facility for traumatised women in the country. She drew attention towards the severe shortage of accessible gender sensitive mental health support, particularly for survivors of violence, harassment and trauma. While the Modi government's initiatives, such as Tele Manas and district mental health programmes, are commendable, some gaps persist, especially in rural, marginalised, and low-income communities, she said, adding that lack of awareness and scarcity of trained professionals prevent countless women from receiving timely care. Survivors of domestic violence, cyber harassment, acid attacks, trafficking and workplace abuse frequently carry long-lasting psychological scars, she told the House. The mental health system that should support them remains fragmented and under-resourced, she pointed out. She urged the government to deploy dedicated women's mental health counsellors at centres, police stations, and hospitals, ensuring immediate and specialised assistance. Tele Manas outreach should be expanded and integrated with women's helpline, self-help groups, and Anganwari worker network, she said. Mizo National Front MP K Vanlalvena demanded the central government's intervention in the issue of income tax officials harassing tribals of Mizoram. He informed the House that tribals living in specified areas in Mizoram are exempt from Income Tax and should not be harassed by Income Tax officials. BJP MP Laxmikant Bajpayee demanded the setting up of more benches of the high court in Uttar Pradesh, referring to the high pendency of cases in the courts. Subhah Barala (BJP) demanded that the Central Pollution Control Board should carefully look into the issue of water pollution in the country from various sources, which is affecting the lives of people in the country. Sumer Singh Solanki (BJP) asked for government intervention to deal with the high rate of accidents on National Highway Number 3, Sendhwa in Barwani district. He pointed out incidents of road accidents in the Bijasan Ghat area, located on the border of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The MP demanded building a new road in the area to stop the high incidence of accidents in the area. Manoj Jha (RJD) demanded uniform minimum wages for skilled workers in the country, saying that these are less than what workers of Bihar get in Tamil Nadu or Kerala. AAP MP Swati Maliwal highlighted the issue of sand mining in Punjab and demanded an inquiry into the issue, saying this caused man-made devastating floods in the state this year. Amar Pal Maurya (BJP) demanded setting up an agricultural university in Pratapgarh district.
UP: Former IPS officer arrested in industrial plot allotment fraud case
LUCKNOW: The Lucknow Police on Wednesday arrested a former IPS officer in connection with an alleged case of fraud and forgery related to the allotment of an industrial plot in Deoria district in 1999, officials said. According to the police, the accused, Amitabh Thakur, allegedly misused his official position as the then superintendent of police of Deoria to facilitate the allotment of an industrial plot by the District Industries Centre, in the name of his wife, Nutan Thakur, by using forged documents and false identities. The plot was subsequently sold for alleged monetary gain. DCP (Lucknow West) Vishwajeet Shrivastava said a complaint in this regard was filed by Sanjay Sharma, a resident of Rajajipuram, under the Tal Katora police station limits in Lucknow. The complaint alleged that false names, addresses and forged documents, including application forms, affidavits, treasury challans and transfer deeds, were used to obtain the allotment, while Thakur allegedly extended protection and assistance by misusing his official position, the officer said. Based on the complaint, an FIR was registered on September 12, 2025, under sections 419, 420, 467, 468, 471, 34 and 120B of the erstwhile Indian Penal Code, and a special investigation team (SIT) was constituted by the Deputy Commissioner of Police (West), he said. During the probe, documentary evidence was collected from Deoria district, verification of the alleged false names and addresses was carried out in Bihar, and statements of witnesses were recorded, police said in a statement. On the basis of the evidence gathered, Thakur was arrested at around 3.45 am on Wednesday from the Maholi border in Sitapur district, officials said. He will be produced before a competent court in Deoria, as the alleged offence pertains to that district.
Bihar: Nitish Kumar asks officials to ensure timely completion of 428 projects worth Rs 50,000 crore
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has directed officials to ensure the timely completion of 428 development projects, collectively valued at Rs 50,000 crore. These projects were announced during his Pragati Yatra from December 2024 to February 2025.
Bihar Staff Selection Commission is hiring 379 Sports Trainers. Applications are open now. Candidates need a bachelor's degree and a sports coaching diploma. The last date to apply is December 14, 2025. Age limits vary by category. Visit bssc.bihar.gov.in for details and to apply. This is a great opportunity for aspiring sports professionals in Bihar.
Lessons from recent transport crises | Explained
In October, trains to Bihar experienced immense rush. In December, the mass cancellation of Indigo flights led to stranded passengers and inflated prices. Low prices of government services do not increase welfare unless accompanied by government investment, while deregulated prices only reduce welfare in the presence of monopolies
Bihar cabinet approves creation of three new departments
The three newly created departments are Youth, Employment & Skill Development, Higher Education, and Civil Aviation; DA hiked for employees, pensioners getting 5th & 6th pay
India on Reform Express drive, Modi tells BJP MPs
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the NDA Parliamentary Party on Tuesday that laws must never place unnecessary burdens on citizens. He said rules and regulations should exist only for peoples convenience, not to make their lives harder. According to a senior NDA source, the Prime Minister told MPs that the government has now entered a full-fledged Reform Express phase, where reforms are moving rapidly and with clear intent. He stressed that all reforms under the NDA government are entirely citizen-centric and not merely economic or revenue-driven, with the goal of removing everyday obstacles so people can reach their full potential. Reinforcing that making life easier for people is the central priority of his governments third term, Modi emphasised that the reforms being undertaken are meant to benefit ordinary citizens directly, not just improve systems on paper. Modi urged NDA MPs to bring forward the real problems faced by people so that the Reform Express can reach everyone. He strongly criticised the long-standing culture of lengthy paperwork, pointing out that it is time to end 30-40-page forms and unnecessary procedures. He underlined the importance of making sure services reach people at their doorstep and stopping repeated data submissions that waste time and energy. He also said that Ease of Life and Ease of Doing Business will remain top priorities for the government. Later, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju briefed the media on Modis message. He said the Prime Minister had given clear guidelines, stating that the most important focus in the governments third term is the Reform Express. Rijiju quoted Modi, saying, Whatever law is framed, it should have no provision which is harmful or causes inconvenience to any citizen. The rules and laws should not become a burden on the life of a common citizen. He added that rules must improve the system, not harass people, and that there should be no law which harasses people without any reason. Modi also reminded MPs that the government had shown trust in citizens by allowing self-certification, which has worked well for ten years without misuse. At the start of the meeting, Modi was felicitated for the NDAs Bihar victory. Sanjay Jha and Upendra Kushwaha garlanded him, and senior leaders, including Union ministers Rajnath Singh and Amit Shah, and BJP president J P Nadda, were present.
Patna Diary | No delay, Nishant should join politics
There has been a buzz around Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumars son, Nishant Kumar, entering politics for a long time. While Nitish has not spoken on the issue so far, Nishant has also not given any clear indication that he wants to join politics. However, the Janata Dal (United) workers and leaders, including Nitishs close aides, are saying that he should take a plunge into active politics. Senior JD(U) leader and minister Shravan Kumar has also joined the chorus and contended that Nishant should join politics without any further delay as it is already very late. Power shock for Tej Pratap yet again There seems no end to the problems of Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of Lalu Prasad. First, Lalu expelled him from the RJD and family for six years, which was followed by a humiliating defeat in the Assembly elections. Then, it was learnt that he hadnt paid his electricity bills for his house at Beur in Patna since July 2022, resulting in outstanding dues of Rs 3.61 lakh. Now, there are reports that he has paid the bill. Recently, he hit the headlines when he had to vacate his official bungalow after he lost in the Bihar Assembly polls. He came third in Mahua constituency. Former Bihar CM and alcohol back in focus Former Bihar chief minister and HAM leader Jitan Ram Manjhi has been in spotlight for his views on Nitish Kumars prohibition. Recently, he said he has sent a third request to the present chief minister Nitish for reviewing the liquor ban. It states that if a labourer is going home after work and drinks alcohol, he shouldnt be arrested. But the police let go of those with thousands of gallons of liquor, while they arrest the poor after making them take a breathalyzer test and send them to jail. My father used to make liquor from mahua (raw material) and sugarcane juice; that kind of liquor is beneficial. Today, there are five lakh cases pending against the people from his community, Musahar. Ramashankar Our correspondent in Bihar ramashankar@newindianexpress.com
5% DA hike for over 10L Bihar govt employees
PATNA: The Bihar cabinet on Tuesday approved a 5% hike in the dearness allowance (DA) for over 10 lakh government employees and pensioners and creation of three new departments, including one for employment and skill development. Government employees and pensioners receiving salaries and pensions under the sixth Central Pay Commission will now receive 257% DA instead of 252%. Similarly, those getting salaries and pensions under the fifth Central Pay Commission will receive 474% DA instead of 466%. These revised rates will be effective from July 1, 2025. The cabinet meet also approved the creation of three new departments to fulfil the promise of providing one crore jobs to youth. The new departments include the youth employment and skill development, higher education department, and civil aviation department. We set a target to provide employment to one crore youth in next five years (2025-30). For this, it is necessary that maximum youth of the state be given training for skill development and quality higher and technical education, CM Nitish Kumar said on X.
RSB Dehradun, NCT Delhi win via tiebreakers
Santa Cruz: RSB Dehradun secured a 4-2 win over Bihar Secretariat in a tie-breaker on Day 2 of the All India Civil Services Football Tournament at Santacruz ground. The match ended 0-0 in regular time, setting up a penalty shootout to decide the winner. RSB Dehradun held their nerve, with Abhishek Kandhari, Manish Maithani, Vijaypal [] The post RSB Dehradun, NCT Delhi win via tiebreakers appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Youth beaten to death in Kaimur district
Madhubani DM inspects adoption agency
Liquor worth Rs 40 lakh seized in Gaya
Manjhi alleges elite have easy access to liquor, while poor are targeted
In a candid critique, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has raised eyebrows over Bihar's prohibition regulations, arguing they disproportionately affect the less fortunate while affluent individuals easily indulge in premium alcohol. He pointed to collusion with smugglers, revealing that illicit liquor was discovered at his own home, situated conveniently near a police station.
FIR against Magahi singer for making obscene song viral
In a surprising turn of events, Patna police have taken action against Magahi artist Anup Pandey due to his recent social media post featuring an inappropriate song. The explicit lyrics and visuals drew fierce backlash, prompting the cybercell and Digha police to intervene. After questioning the singer, music composer, and video director, authorities released them with a stern warning.
HC upholds penalty on ex-DCLR for RTI delay
A former deputy collector in Patna faces a Rs25,000 fine from the High Court for failing to adhere to the RTI Act's requirement for timely information disclosure. The penalty, initially imposed by the State Information Commissioner, reflects the court's condemnation of the officer's lack of professionalism in handling public inquiries.
High Court relief to terminated TMBU employees
In a landmark ruling, the Patna High Court has overturned the termination of eight non-teaching staff members at Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University, declaring it a 'complete violation of natural justice.' The court mandated payment of back wages and reinstatement of benefits, underlining the essential principle of the right to be heard.
Woman constable dies by suicide in Kishanganj
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Constable Priyanka Kumar was discovered deceased in her rented home in Kishanganj on Tuesday evening, a suspected suicide. Authorities are exploring potential family disputes as a contributing factor to this tragedy, although no suicide note has been located.
AIMIM MLAs affirm unity after meeting CM
AIMIM Bihar's leader, Akhtarul Iman, has firmly quashed rumors about switching political loyalties following his recent discussions with CM Nitish Kumar. He stressed that their coalition is strong and any changes would thwart progress. The meeting, which included three AIMIM legislators, revolved around pressing local developmental needs and discussions on the establishment of a new army base.
Now, Rs10k reward for tips on illegal mining
In a bold move to tackle illegal sand mining, Bihar's Mines Department has unveiled a Rs 10,000 bounty for anyone who provides confidential information. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha emphasized the success of ongoing initiatives that have led to significant revenue boosts, numerous raids, and the apprehension of offenders along with confiscation of equipment.
SUV chase leads to arrest, rifle seizure in diara area of Patna
Cabinet clears youth skilling push, DA hike
In a strategic move, the Bihar cabinet has launched an innovative skilling initiative in partnership with NSE to empower students, while simultaneously establishing a specialized youth employment department to enhance career prospects. In a show of support for its workforce, the state has raised the dearness allowance for public employees and retirees.
Monk life project: Western seekers pursue ancient wisdom
Bodh Gaya has blossomed into a vibrant center for those yearning for a deeper understanding of monastic life through the 'Monk Life Project India'. This transformative program, which began its journey in Thailand, has welcomed participants from 23 different countries.
Hit by truck, milk vendor dies in Patna
Gender-based violence rampant in state: Experts
On Human Rights Day, we confront the stark reality of gender-based violence affecting countless women worldwide, as statistics reveal that one in three women suffers from such abuse. In Bihar alone, reports indicate over 22,000 incidents, including domestic violence and dowry-related offenses.
Key member of paper leak gang held in Patna
In a significant breakthrough, the Economic Offences Unit of Bihar Police apprehended Sanjay Kumar Prabhat, an essential figure in Sanjeev Mukhiya's notorious solver gang, during a sting operation in Patna. Prabhat was already under investigation for his involvement in the BPSC TRE-3.0 examination paper leak.
Bihar Gramin Bank now serves 3.5 crore customers
With the recent merger of Uttar and Dakshin Bihar Gramin Banks, Bihar Gramin Bank has emerged as the state's leading bank, boasting the most extensive branch network and proudly catering to over 35 million customers. Commanding a robust 27% market share, this powerhouse is also championing financial literacy across Bihar, leveraging outreach programs in collaboration with Nabard to empower communities.
Bihar cabinet clears three new departments to drive youth jobs, higher education push
RANCHI: The newly formed Bihar cabinet on Tuesday approved the creation of three new departments to ensure better and effective implementation of its schemes and policies, aimed at providing jobs and employment opportunities to one crore youth over the next five years. For this purpose, three new departments, youth, employment and skill development, higher education, and civil aviation. have been created. These are in addition to the existing 45 government departments, cabinet secretariat departments additional chief secretary (ACS) Arvind Kumar Chaudhary told the media in a post-cabinet briefing. A total of 19 decisions were taken at the meeting chaired by chief minister Nitish Kumar. Notably, CM Nitish Kumar had on December 5 announced the creation of three new departments as part of his governments target to generate one crore jobs and employment opportunities in the next five years. Taking to X, CM Nitish said, We set a target to provide jobs and employment to one crore youth in the next five years (202530). For this, it is necessary that maximum youth of the state be given training for skill development and quality higher and technical education. Youth, Employment and Skill Development has been created for the all-round development of youth by equipping them with skills to improve employability. The higher education department will ensure quality education in the state, while the civil aviation department will focus on the expanding aviation sector and enhancing air travel services, the ACS said. The cabinet also rechristened the animal and fisheries resources department as the dairy, fisheries and animal resources department. Similarly, the labour resources department will now be known as the labour resources and migrant workers welfare department. The art, culture and youth department has been renamed art and culture department, Chaudhary added. DA hiked for employees, pensioners under 5th & 6th pay The cabinet approved a five per cent hike in dearness allowance (DA) for employees, pensioners, and family pensioners drawing salary or pension under the 6th Pay Commission. The DA has been increased from 252% to 257%, effective July 1, 2025. Similarly, DA for those under the 5th Pay Commission has been increased by eight per cent, from 466% to 474%, also effective July 1, 2025. New Directorate of MSME formed In another decision, the cabinet approved the industries departments proposal to rename the Directorate of Technical Development as the Directorate of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise (MSME) to strengthen the sector and make it globally competitive, the ACS said. Directorate of Mines & Geology reconstituted The cabinet also reconstituted the Directorate of Mines and Geology into two separate directorates the Directorate of Mines and the Directorate of Investigation. The Directorate of Mines has been further divided into two deputy directorates: mines and security. The restructuring is expected to speed up investigation processes, Chaudhary said, adding that certain posts have been created for the purpose. Gaya Ji & Munger declared Civil Defence Districts The disaster management departments proposal to declare Gaya Ji and Munger as Civil Defence Districts was approved. Fourteen posts have been created to support the move, which will strengthen strategic and internal security and improve response to natural and man-made disasters. The cabinet also approved the appointment of Mohammad Imdad Raza on compassionate grounds. Raza is the son of BSF Sub-Inspector late Mohammad Imtiyaz, who was martyred during Operation Sindoor. Other decisions The cabinet sanctioned Rs 400 crore for payment of electricity dues of urban local bodies to the two power distribution companies North Bihar Power Distribution Company Ltd and South Bihar Power Distribution Company Ltd -- for FY 202526. It approved the Bihar Dastavej Lekhak Anugyapti (Sanshodhan) Niyamawali 2025 (Bihar Deed Writers Licence Amendment Rules 2025), under which leprosy-affected persons will be eligible to obtain licences as deed writers. The move aims to support their social and financial empowerment. The finance departments proposal to sign an MoU with the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSEIL) to empower youth and run the Student Skilling Programme was cleared. An MoU with the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Ltd (NIIFL) was also approved for assistance in various state projects. The cabinet approved a corpus fund of Rs 15 crore for the Valmikinagar Tiger Reserve Foundation/Trust. The foundation will utilise the amount for conservation and management activities. It also approved the constitution of the Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park Management and Development Society, which will oversee the parks upkeep. Additionally, the cabinet approved the Bihar Electronic Order (Issuance, Execution and Disposal) Rules 2025 and the Bihar E-Sakshya Prabandhan Niyamawali 2025 (Bihar E-Evidence Management Rules 2025). The e-summon rules will streamline digital processes, while the E-Sakshya rules cover electronic evidence, video conferencing, digital signatures, and the management of witness testimony under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
After AIMIM MLAs meet Nitish Kumar, grapevine in Bihar political circles on possible switch to JD(U)
After the three AIMIM MLAs, including State party president Akhtarul Iman, met Mr. Kumar in Patna on Monday (December 8, 2025) said they had gone to meet the Chief Minister to apprise him of concerns regarding their respective constituencies
3 die, 10 hurt in Vaishali bus-autorickshaw collison
West Bengal LoP accuses TMC of 'issuing SC/ST certificates to infiltrators'
KOLKATA: Suvendu Adhikari, BJP legislator and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly on Tuesday alleged that the ruling Trinamool Congress is holding camps to issue SC, ST and OBC certificates for undocumented infiltrators and fake claimants. Suvendu shared a memo issued by the block development officer (BDO) of Kandi in Murshidabad district to substantiate his allegations against the Trinamool Congress. He showed instances of three such beneficiaries who were issued such certificates allegedly by the BDO after 24 June when the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls started in Bihar. He urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to look into the issue seriously. The Opposition leader requested the national poll body to conduct exhaustive probes into each certificate and cross-verify whether the community is genuinely enlisted as an SC, ST or OBC community by the Centre. Why the sudden panic? Because the Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise is about to expose their voter fraud racket! The desperation is obvious because a large chunk of Mamata Banerjee's 'vote bank' is unable to link their names to the authentic 2002 Voter List, are staring down exclusion from the draft electoral rolls, he claimed in a post on X. It's a blatant bid to arm ineligible voters with 'certificates' that slyly match the ECI's list of 13 documents for hearings after the publication of draft electoral rolls. An attempt to make a mockery of democracy, by flooding the system with bogus SC/ST/OBC creds, he alleged. Adhikari alleged that efforts were being made to rob the true marginalised communities of their rightful share. Real SCs, STs, and OBCs will watch their benefits evaporate as ineligible people will swarm in, staking unethical claims, he claimed. The WB Govt has the habit of issuing OBC Certificates (mostly religion based) to ineligible people which have been struck down by the Honble Courts. Let the SIR purge the electoral rolls clean, and let Democracy prevail, he added. On the other hand, the Trinamool Congress continued its crusade against the Commission since it announced dates of the SIR process in Bengal. The Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee while addressing in a rally in Cooch Behar district on Tuesday alleged, The Election Commission of India may announce the dates of the assembly polls, scheduled next year, soon after the final voters list is released so that no one can move the court challenging the electoral rolls. Names of many genuine voters are being deleted during the roll revision exercise. People who are still alive being shown as deceased in the voters list by the Commission, she alleged. The Chief Minister during her two-day visit to Cooch Behar on Monday afternoon questioned in the administrative review meeting at Rabindra Bhavan in the district about timing and urgency of the SIR.
Judoka Ritik Sharmas KIUG Triumph Fuels His 2026 CWG Dream
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indoor Hall: Since relocating to the SAI National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in Bhopal six years ago, Ritik Sharmas career has experienced a rapid ascent. The young Punjab-born judoka once again highlighted his progress with a commanding performance at the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) Rajasthan 2025. Competing in his fourth KIUG at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indoor Hall in Udaipur, Ritik, representing Lovely Professional University (LPU), secured his third gold medal, adding to his existing bronze. What made the victory more meaningful was the way he bounced back from a recent setback. Flying straight to Udaipur after a first-round exit at the Asian Open Championships in Hong Kong, Ritik wasted no time dwelling on the disappointment. Instead, he channelled the lessons from his overseas trip into a composed, confident performance, overcoming familiar rival Yash Ghangas in the mens +100kg final. The rivalry between Ritik and Yash dates back to their teenage years. The two first competed in the final of the 2020 Khelo India Youth Games in Guwahati, and even now, as products of the same NCOE, their matchups remain intensely competitive. There are a handful of judokas in our category, so we have known each other for years now. I beat him for the first time in the Guwahati KIYG, and Im glad that I could get the better of him in KIUG 2025 too, said Ritik, emphasising the need for more international exposure trips. Despite being out in the first round, I have come back with a lot of learnings and positives from Hong Kong. What also matters is the mental aspect of the sport, as such exposure trips help you in understanding how the world and Olympic champions approach the game, their techniques, and sparring with some of the best in the world, he added. Ritiks journey started far from Indias main sporting centres, in Gurdaspur, a remote border district in Punjab bordering Pakistan. Growing up, opportunities were scarce, with few organised sports programmes or training centres available. Yet in 2015, at the age of 14, Ritik found his passion for judo and dedicated himself to the sport with steadfast focus. Born to an ASI in the Punjab Police and the youngest of three siblings, Ritik began his initial training at the renowned Shaheed Bhagat Singh JFI coaching centre, which has produced over 50 international and 100 national-level judokas. The foundation he built there kept him steady even as he faced challenges on the global stage. Ritiks journey started far from Indias main sporting centres, in Gurdaspur, a remote border district in Punjab bordering Pakistan. Growing up, opportunities were scarce, with few organised sports programmes or training centres available. Yet in 2015, at the age of 14, Ritik found his passion for judo and dedicated himself to the sport with steadfast focus. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For Ritik, the lack of quality sparring partners in his weight class remains a major obstacle. However, he continues to push his boundaries and is now aiming for the next significant goal of breaking into the 2026 Commonwealth Games squad. Article Source: IANS
EC legally has no right to hold SIR: Congress MP Manish Tewari
NEW DELHI: Congress MP Manish Tewari on Tuesday claimed that the Election Commission legally has no right to conduct the SIR and it must be stopped, as he asserted that many Opposition leaders as well as people now feel the need to raise questions over the poll body's neutrality. Initiating a discussion on Election Reforms in the Lok Sabha, Tewari said the first election reform should be to amend the law of 2023 on the selection of the chief election commissioner and election commissioners. He said the law stipulates that the panel be comprised of the prime minister, the leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha and a cabinet minister. It is my suggestion that two members should be added to this panel -- the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha and the Chief Justice of India. If such a committee is formed then 'theek se khela hobega' and it will play an important role in removing the doubts over the Election Commission (EC), Tewari said. The Congress leader said that BR Ambedkar ensured that the EC would be a permanent body. It was expected of the EC that it will work as a neutral umpire, but regretfully I have to say that many members sitting on this side (pointing to opposition benches) and many people feel the need to raise questions over its neutrality, Tewari said. He said Article 327 gave rights to the Parliament to make laws for the voters list and delimitation. I have to say with regret that the Special Intensive Revision (of electoral rolls) is being discussed throughout the country. The SIR is happening in many states, but I am saying with a lot of responsibility that legally EC has no right to conduct SIR, Tewari said. There is no provision for SIR in Constitution or in law. This is just a right to EC that if there is any thing wrong with the electoral roll of any constituency it can correct it for reasons that need to be recorded in writing and made public. Only then you can conduct SIR, you cannot do SIR for whole of Bihar or the whole of Kerala, the Congress leader said. If you have to do SIR then do it separately in constituencies where there is a problem with the electoral roll after recording the problems in writing and then only it can carry out SIR. I would like to ask the government where are the reasons in writing, he said. Stop this SIR. There is no provision in law which allows the SIR to go ahead. You will say that were the SIRs conducted earlier illegal, to which my answer is that multiple wrongs don't make a right, he said. Tewari said that in India's democracy there are two stakeholders -- people who vote as electors and political parties that participate in the poll. Constitution makers ensured that every Indian above 21 years has a right to vote at a time when voting right was given on narrow principles in various countries. He said the biggest election reform was by then PM Rajiv Gandhi in 1988-89 by reducing the voting age from 21 to 18.
Watch: NDA MPs felicitate PM Modi for big victory in Bihar
UP Woman Marries Lord Krishnas Idol In Hindu Ceremony After Receiving A Gold Ring In Prasad
The UP woman visited the Banke Bihari Temple, where she received a gold ring and believed it was a gesture of acceptance from Lord Krishna himself.
NDA MPs felicitate PM Modi for big victory in Bihar
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was felicitated at a meeting of all MPs of the ruling NDA on Tuesday for the coalition's massive victory in the recent Bihar elections. Union ministers Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah and J P Nadda, who is also the BJP president, were among those present at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting held at the Parliament House complex here. Modi was garlanded by JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha chief Upendra Kushwaha -- both Rajya Sabha members. On Monday, a delegation of NDA leaders from Bihar called on Modi and congratulated him for the alliance's landslide victory in the state polls. During the meeting on Monday, the PM told the NDA MPs to work with more vigour for the welfare of the people after the ruling alliance's resounding victory in the Bihar assembly polls, saying with great victory comes great responsibility. In the 243-member Bihar Assembly, which went to polls last month, the NDA secured 202 seats, paving the way for JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar to return as chief minister for the 10th time. Among the alliance partners, BJP won 89 seats, JD(U) 85, LJP (Ram Vilas) 19, Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) five, and Rashtriya Lok Morcha four.
6 Men Posing As Cops Rob Jewellery Worth Rs 15 Lakh From Teacher's Home
In a shocking incident in the Simratala police station area of Jamui district of Bihar, around six robbers dressed as policemen barged into the house of government school teacher Sanjeev Kumar, and looted jewellery worth nearly Rs 15 lakh.
Two siblings die after consuming laddoos in Aurangabad, probe underway
Speeding car kills elderly man, injures 5 others in Danapur
8 days on, E Champaran boys cremation held back for justice
Rs 3 lakh snatched from fuel station employee in Muzaffarpur
Bihar to get traffic training institute, says Deputy CM
In an ambitious move to tackle traffic chaos, Bihar's Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary has unveiled plans for a dynamic traffic management overhaul. This initiative will see the establishment of a specialized training center for law enforcement and an increase in police workforce dedicated to traffic control.
Robbers posing as cops rob of valuables from teachers house in Jamui
In a shocking turn of events, a teacher's home in Jamui, Bihar fell prey to a bold daylight heist. Five men, masquerading as law enforcement officials, stormed the premises, brandishing batons and a forged warrant to execute a so-called forgery investigation.
Amid IndiGo crisis, rlys help desk becomes lifeline for stranded flyers
RJD functionary shot dead over money dispute in Muzaffarpur
An RJD youth wing president, Mantu Sah, was shot dead in Muzaffarpur on Monday by two unidentified assailants. Police suspect a monetary dispute led to the fatal attack, with the victim's father suggesting Sah had lent money to several individuals. Authorities have taken one person into custody for questioning and are examining CCTV footage.
Admission season kicks off in city schools
Judicial staff seek long-pending reforms
In the heart of Bihar's judicial system, the employees of subordinate courts are reaching a boiling point. For two decades, they have awaited overdue pay scale revisions and promotions. Despite a glimmer of hope offered by the Patna High Court after a January strike, progress remains elusive.
Muslims have right to build Babri Masjid, says JD(U) MP
In a spirited defense of West Bengal MLA Humayun Kabir's mosque foundation stone laying, JD(U) MP Kaushalendra Kumar asserted the importance of constitutional religious freedom. He clearly separated his party's stance from the BJP's condemnation of honoring historical figures like Babur, reiterating a commitment to constitutional values.
Rajgir ordnance factory gets bomb threat, multi-agency probe begins
A bomb threat email targeting the Rajgir ordnance factory, claiming seven devices planted and mentioning ISI and political links, has triggered a high-level investigation. The factory, a crucial producer of advanced ammunition, has been evacuated. Security agencies are working to trace the email's origin and assess the credibility of the dangerous threat.
IndiGo disruptions continue at Patna airport; 10 more flights cancelled
Patna HC acquits 95-year-old man in dowry case
Man who threatened Siwan MP and Barharia MLA held in Bengal
On Monday, a construction worker was apprehended in West Bengal for allegedly issuing death threats to Siwan JD(U) MP Vijaylakshmi Kushwaha and MLA Inderdeo Patel over a demanded sum of Rs 10 lakh. The threats, made from Chennai on December 3, appear to be a misguided attempt at garnering attention.
5 get life term in Aurangabad triple murder case
4 arrested for killing man over property dispute
Patna police have arrested four individuals, including a daughter-in-law, for the brutal murder of Ramesh Mahato over a property dispute. The victim was strangled and trampled to death on a bridge. The motive stemmed from the daughter-in-law's objection to property being willed to her husband's children from a previous marriage. The accused confessed to the crime.
Nitish calls for expansion of Buxar industrial hub
DEHRADUN: After breaking Uttarakhands decades-old political jinx in 2022becoming the first party to win back-to-back mandates since the states creationthe BJP under Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has moved with renewed force, pushing landmark measures such as the Uniform Civil Code. As the state turns toward the 2027 Assembly polls, Dhami speaks to Narendra Sethi about his development roadmap and the strategy behind the BJPs bid for an unprecedented third term. Here are some excerpts from the conversation. As Uttarakhand completes 25 years of statehood, how do you assess your governments contribution to this development journey? Uttarakhand has completed 25 years. The people of this state have given the BJP the opportunity to serve for nearly 15 of those years. The 'real' development of the state has occurred during these 15 years. Revered Atal Bihari Vajpayee not only gave us a separate state but also provided a special industrial package early on. Following that, since 2014, the state has continuously received the blessings of Prime Minister Modi ji. The progress achieved over the last 11 years, driven by the cooperation of the Central Government, is visible to everyone. Currently, various projects worth over two lakh crore rupees are underway in Uttarakhand. Through these efforts, the states economy has expanded by 26 times, and the per capita income has grown 17-fold. Uttarakhands economy has surged from 14,501 crore at statehood to a projected 3,78,240 crore in 202425, with per capita income rising from 15,285 to 2,74,064. With the UCC, strict anti-cheating and anti-conversion laws, the states governance model is now gaining national attention. Your government has consistently performed strongly in local body elections. Do you anticipate this trend continuing in the 2027 Assembly polls? Yes, not just local body elections, but the BJP has performed spectacularly in every election held since 2022, including the Lok Sabha elections, Panchayat polls, and Assembly by-elections. Our governments performance and the strength of the BJP organization give us a clear edge in the electoral arena. The opposition lacks any substantive issues, nor is their organization capable enough. Therefore, we are unequivocally set to secure a clear majority in the 2027 elections. Critics argue that recent legislation, particularly the UCC, infringes upon religious freedoms guaranteed under the Constitution. How do you respond to these allegations of constitutional overreach? The government implements every law based squarely on its legislative authority. The people of this state granted the BJP a clear mandate in 2022 precisely to enable us to govern effectively. Therefore, how can any law passed by this Assembly be deemed unconstitutional? Has anyone in this state been prevented from conducting their personal religious or cultural activities as they wish? If not, how can the issue of violating religious freedom even arise? Such claims are propagated only by a few rootless 'professional agitators' whose influence extends no further than social media, having no traction in the real world or among the general populace. The BJPs decision-making process is renowned for its organizational strength. Where do you fit into this structure, and how do you view your role? In the BJP, decisions are made through a structured, long-term organizational vision. Every worker holds importance; no role is inherently small or large. As for my role, the people of Uttarakhand gave the BJP a renewed mandate in 2022a first in the states history. Following this, the party entrusted me, once again, with the responsibility of being the 'Chief Servant' of the state. Your government has been highly active in protecting the states cultural identity and security. How do you define the steps taken in this regard? Uttarakhand is the sacred land of the Char Dhams; divinity resides in every particle here, hence it is called 'Devbhoomi.' We are resolute in preserving this cultural identity. To this end, the government is strictly dealing with forced religious conversions and removing illegal religious structures. We aim to maintain the state's demographic balance. There is significant discussion and apprehension surrounding the Live-in Registration aspect of the UCC. What is your perspective? Live-in registration is a very small component of the entire UCC framework. Its primary function is to strengthen the social security of our sisters and daughters. We believe the Uniform Civil Code must be viewed in its entirety, not just through isolated points. The UCC is fully delivering on its stated objectives. By implementing the UCC, Uttarakhand has shown the way to the entire nation. How do you view this historic decision? The demand for a Uniform Civil Code has existed since before Indias Independence. Now, Uttarakhand has implemented it for all citizens as per constitutional provisions. This can serve as a model for other states; many have already formed committees to study its implementation. More than 10 months have passed since the UCC came into effect, and lakhs of people have registered under it without any issues. This clearly demonstrates that the opposition was rooted in a predetermined agenda, and their apprehensions have proven baseless over these ten months.
Bihars Verdict and the Strategy That Shaped It
Months before the first rally, Shah began laying the framework which included reviewing constituency data, anticipating risks, recalibrating social coalitions and ensuring BJPJD(U) coordination
PM Modi meets NDA MPs from Bihar; urges collective focus on development, fulfilling promises
NEW DELHI: In a show of unity and purpose, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Bihars NDA MPs on Monday at Parliament, marking their first interaction since the alliances historic win in the 243-member Bihar Legislative Assembly. During the meeting, the Prime Minister reviewed the NDAs commitments in the state and reiterated the coalitions shared long-term goal: achieving a Viksit Bharat by 2047. The MPs reportedly shared insights from the recent state elections, where the partnership between PM Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar gained prominence and was informally referred to as NiMo within NDA circles. PM Modi spent considerable time engaging with the MPs and agreed to a group photograph, with nearly 30 members from both Houses standing alongside him. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, translated into English: After the historic victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, meeting the NDA MPs of the state at the Parliament House today filled me with new energy. I was extremely happy to see the determination of my family members in the state to make life easier. He said that Bihars double-engine government would leave no stone unturned in fulfilling the expectations of its people. MPs, speaking on condition of anonymity, said PM Modi encouraged them to act as servants of the people, not just as parliamentarians, and to work collectively to deliver on the promises made during the elections. - pic.twitter.com/abCWCoDMLG Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 8, 2025 Rajya Sabha MP Upendra Kushwaha noted that the meeting was also an opportunity for the MPs to express gratitude to the Prime Minister for the NDAs landslide victory. He said the people of Bihar had placed their trust in the NDA, guided by PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar, to achieve a Viksit Bihar within a Viksit Bharat. The meeting also touched upon cultural issues, with an MP initiating a debate on Vande Mataram in the Lok Sabha, highlighting its patriotic significance. Other MPs noted that PM Modi remained particularly focused on Bihars development and urged all NDA MPs to work together as a family to deliver on the alliances electoral promises.
No Ambulance, Bihar Man Drags Stretcher With Mother's Body From Hospital To Home
Three men and a woman were seen pushing a stretcher with a body on it in the dead of night in Bihar's Nawada district.
'New energy after Bihar mandate': PM Modi meets NDA MPs; vows to 'leave no stone unturned'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed renewed vigor after meeting Bihar's NDA MPs, celebrating their historic victory in the recent assembly elections. He emphasized the double-engine government's commitment to improving the lives of Bihar's citizens. The NDA's decisive win, securing 202 out of 243 seats, underscores their mandate to fulfill public expectations.
DBT scheme for women, youth soon; to be modelled after Bihar: Uttarakhand BJP
The Uttarakhand government is considering a direct benefit transfer scheme for women and youngsters. This move, inspired by Bihar, has drawn sharp criticism from the Congress party. They label it an 'election bribe' aimed at influencing voters before the 2027 state assembly elections.
Tide Now Supports Over 1 Million Small Businesses in India
Gen Zs and millennials make up over 85% of Tide’s MSME community — a powerful reminder that young India is steering the country's entrepreneurial momentum Tier 2, 3, 4 and beyond cities driving growth with over 96% members (MSMEs) on the platform, from towns like Bareilly, Bhopal, Murshidabad, Lucknow and North 24 Parganas Tide , the UK’s leading business management platform, today announced that it has surpassed 1 million members (MSMEs) in India. This rapid growth reflects the deep trust that Indian small businesses — from nano to micro and emerging SMEs — have placed in Tide to simplify how they register, run and grow their businesses. The platform has doubled adoption since its launch in December 2022. India has emerged as Tide’s largest and fastest-growing market globally in member acquisition, showcasing the success of its India-first strategy and strong product-market fit. Gurjodhpal Singh, CEO, Tide in India, said, “ This milestone is more than a number — it’s a story of trust. In just under three years, one million Indian entrepreneurs have chosen Tide to be their partner in growth. This reflects our commitment to helping small businesses – who have been gravely underserved – save time and money by giving them business critical tools across finance, admin and related commercial services that they need, to grow. India is where some of Tide's most innovative products are being developed, creating strong use-cases to be implemented globally .” A trusted business partner for India’s entrepreneurs Tide’s success has always been rooted in scaling responsibly and delivering real-world impact. The company is doing so by building a unified, highly-connected digital platform that reduces the burden of business finance and admin. Over the past year, Tide has delivered product innovation at pace across India with products including: Bill Payments: SMEs in India can pay their utility bills with no extra costs and earn rewards. The product is backed by enhanced security. Udyam Registration: Enabling MSME registration and access to priority government benefits including low-interest loans, subsidies on electricity certifications, protection against delayed payments, etc. GST Registration: help obtain a Goods & Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN), enabling compliance, marketplace selling, input tax credit claims, and vendor trust. Scheme Discovery: Smart matching of government benefits and subsidies to business eligibility. Fixed Deposits Intermediation: Helping SMEs to earn competitive returns on their balances in a seamless and paperless experience. NCMC Card Integration: A single smart Tide card that doubles up as a national mobility card, accepted across multiple transport modes. Structured partners: Provides disbursement of funds to freelancers and vendors via a secure partner portal. Analytics on spending deliver real-time data so SMEs can make faster decisions about cashflow, a key pain point for SMEs. Tide’s member make-up Tide’s growth in India is being driven by a new generation of business owners, with over 85% (865,000) of its members under the age of 40, including 58% Gen Z and 42% millennials—reflecting the strong entrepreneurial momentum among India’s youth. And, with our oldest member at 95, simply proves that it’s never too late to do what you love. The platform is scaling rapidly across emerging business hubs, with 63% of its members from states such as Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Maharashtra, and a majority comprising small and micro entrepreneurs like local retailers, freelancers and service-led solopreneurs. With strong adoption in Tier 2, 3, 4 and beyond towns namely Bareilly, Bhopal, Murshidabad, Lucknow, North 24 Paraganas, Jaipur, Firozabad, Ghaziabad, Shahjahanpur and Kota — with not a single Tier 1 city in the top 10 — Tide is playing a significant role in enabling the digital transformation of India’s most underserved business communities. Championing entrepreneurs beyond business tools Tide believes progress happens when entrepreneurs are supported not only with products — but with recognition, access and ecosystem change. Women in Business mission: On track to bring 500,000 women entrepreneurs onto the platform by 2027. Tide’s Bharat Women Aspiration Index brings forth voices from beyond metros to shape better policies for women entrepreneurs across Tier 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 towns in India. Udaan Chronicles: Tide’s flagship mentoring roadshow, created to help small business owners in semi-urban and rural India, brings expert-led mentoring directly to entrepreneurs who lack access to formal networks and financial resources. UK-India collaboration: Enabling SME expansion across borders through industry delegation. Contributing to critical dialogue shaping future trade for small businesses under the provisions of the UK-India FTA. Tide’s progress in India is rooted in accountability and global investor backing. The company recently secured a $120 million strategic investment, in a funding round led by TPG. Tide is also deepening its long-term commitment to India — with a £500 million investment over the next five years, starting 2026. This investment underscores India’s role as a cornerstone of Tide’s global growth strategy, which will be used to fuel product innovation tailored for Indian SMEs, technology and AI-led development and expansion of Tide’s financial ecosystem — including payments, credit, and investment solutions. Tide’s strategy in India emphasises digital inclusion — to bring formal financial and business services to underserved entrepreneurs outside major metros, in smaller towns and rural clusters. This approach aligns with the Government of India’s efforts to formalise and digitise MSMEs and increase their access to credit, markets and exports. Among some of the exciting new features to be launched next year, include investments, acquiring, insurance, easy access to formal credit, banking services and advanced payment acceptance solutions. Tide is here to make managing business smoother and more successful. About Tide Launched in 2017, Tide is the leading business management platform in the UK. Tide helps SMEs save time (and money) in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related admin services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions from invoicing to accounting. Tide has nearly 800,000 SME members in the UK (14% market share) and 1,000,000 SMEs in India. Tide launched in Germany in May 2024 and in France in September 2025. Tide has also been recognised with the Great Place to Work certification three years in a row. Tide has been funded by Anthemis, Apax Digital Funds, Augmentum Fintech, Creandum, Salica Investments, Latitude, LocalGlobe, SBI Group, Speedinvest and TPG, amongst others. It employs more than 2,500 Tideans worldwide. Tide’s long-term ambition is to be the leading business management platform globally. www.linkedin.com/company/tide-banking twitter.com/TideBusinessIND www.instagram.com/tidebusinessindia/ www.facebook.com/TideBusinessIndia
BJP MPs welcome PM Modi with Bengal next slogans in Lok Sabha after Bihar victory
BJP MPs in Lok Sabha greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Bihar ki jeet hamari hai, ab Bengal ki baari hai as he entered to discuss 150 years of Vande Mataram. This slogan signifies the NDA's victory in Bihar assembly polls and their focus on upcoming West Bengal elections.
'With great victory comes great responsibility', PM to Bihar NDA MPs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with NDA MPs from Bihar. He congratulated them on their significant election victory. Modi emphasized that great victory brings great responsibility. He asked the MPs to work with renewed energy for the welfare of Bihar's people. The focus will be on inclusive development for all. Progress will be prioritized over negativity.
PM Modi To Bihar MPs: Poll Victory Is Just the Beginning Of Greater Responsibility
PM Narendra Modi urged Bihar MPs to continue working for the states development and welfare, reminding them that the real task begins after the election
